In case the problem remains and your PC fails to start, you may have to perform an in-place upgrade or repair install of Windows XP operating system to resolve the error.

To prevent file corruption on your Windows system, it is recommended that you ensure your PC is free from registry and malware problems. To do this, you must regularly clean your registry using a reliable tool, such as RegServe and scan your system with efficient and updated security tools, such as STOPzilla Antivirus and Spyware Cease.